FILIPINOS ARE ALREADY JADED; NAKAKATULONG BA TALAGA ANG MGA POLITICAL COMMENTATORS?

Many Filipinos are already tired of politics, but when people stop paying attention, who fills the gap? PGMN Anchor Atty. Bernice Piñol-Rodriguez raised the question on whether political commentators truly help Filipinos better understand public issues amid growing frustration and fatigue toward politics. Rockstar Lawyer Atty. Neil Abayon explained that while news reports provide information on what happened, deeper understanding comes from knowing why these events happen and how they affect people’s lives. Political commentators can help bridge that gap by breaking down complicated issues, adding context, and making discussions easier to follow. Their explanations can encourage audiences to look beyond headlines and understand the bigger picture behind major issues. However, audiences must also remain critical. Commentators have their own perspectives, and relying on incomplete or biased explanations can lead to misunderstanding instead of awareness. Choosing credible voices and seeking context remain important in navigating political discussions. In a time when many Filipinos feel exhausted by politics, the challenge is not simply staying updated. It is understanding the issues well enough to make informed decisions because public affairs eventually affect everyone.